Moto X Play Android Nougat Update, Release Date: What We Know So Far

Motorola has confirmed that the company will roll out the Android 7.0 Nougat update. The update for Moto X Play is set to be released before January ends. Aside from the Moto X Play, other Motorola units will follow suit. As of the moment, Motorola continues its goal to launch Nougat to all units.

Android Nougat Update for Moto X Play Confirmed om Twitter

GSM Arena reported that the Moto X Play was hinted to be on board for the Android Nougat update. A month ago, speculations claimed that the Moto X Play will be one of the Motorola units to receive an update. It turned out to be true.

The confirmation for the Android Nougat update for Moto X Play came from the company’s branch in Germany, which tweeted about it. The update will apply to the Moto X Play SIM-free model in Europe.

It is expected to come before January ends, but the company did not give specific dates on the release. It is possible that the Nougat update will take longer in other countries outside Europe.

Furthermore, there is no assurance as to what type of Nougat the Moto X Play would receive. Motorola, it should be noted, has already updated some units like the Moto Z and the G4 into 7.0. Instead of having the Nougat 7.0, the X Play is speculated to have the Nougat 7.1.1.

Moto X Play specifications and price

The X Play launched in July 2015. Tech Radar stated that the phone has a 5.50-inch touchscreen display. Its resolution is at 1080 pixels by 1920 pixels. The unit is powered with a 1.7GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor. The handset has 2GB of RAM. Its internal storage packs at 16GB, which can be expanded up to 128GB. The X Play has a 21MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera.

The phone has a 3,620mAh non-removable battery. The phone utilized the dual-SIM feature, both for GSM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB, 3G and 4G. It also has a support for Band 40. The unit also has a Proximity sensor, Accelimeter, Compass Manetometer and Ambient light sensor. The X Play costs around $228.

The X Play initially ran with Android 5.1.1. As a result of the latest announcement from Motorola, the unit will be running under Android Nougat in 2017.